In this article we will formulate a Auburn vs Tulsa prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, April 5th at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NIT matchup.
Auburn Tigers Betting Preview
The Auburn Tigers are 21-16 (7-11) this season after they defeated Illinois State by a score of 88-66 in their last game. Auburn led 51-38 at halftime and they held Illinois State to just 28 points in the second half in the blowout win. The Tigers shot 61% from the field, 57% on three pointers, and 73% on free throws in the game. Keyshawn Hall led Auburn with 24 points and six rebounds, while Kevin Overton added 16 points and three rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Auburn defeated Nevada by a score of 75-69 and Seattle by a score of 91-85. The Tigers have scored 82.8 points per game with 36.3 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 78.6 points against per game this season. Keyshawn Hall is averaging 19.5 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, while Tahaad Pettiford is averaging 15.2 points and 3.7 assists per game for the Tigers. Auburn is shooting 45.7% from the field, 74.4% on free throws, and 33.8% on three pointers this season.
Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Preview
The Tulsa Golden Hurricane are 30-7 (13-5) this year after they defeated New Mexico by a score of 74-69 in their last game. Tulsa led 36-29 at halftime, but they were out scored 40-38 in the second half in the win. The Golden Hurricane shot 41% from the field, 38% on three pointers, and 78% on free throws in the game. David Green led Tulsa with 13 points and five rebounds, while Ade Popoola added 12 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Tulsa defeated Wichita State by a score of 83-79 and UNLV by a score of 77-66. The Golden Hurricane have scored 85.1 points per game with 38.7 rebounds and 15.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 73.2 points against per game this season. David Green is averaging 15.7 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, while Miles Barnstable is averaging 14.7 points and 3.8 rebounds per game for the Golden Hurricane. Tulsa is shooting 47.7% from the field, 78.1% on free throws, and 38.8% on three pointers this year.
Why the Auburn Tigers will win
- Auburn has won each of its last nine games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Tulsa has lost three of its last four games against the Southeastern Conference.
- Auburn has won the first half in five of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
Why the Tulsa Golden Hurricane will win
- Tulsa has won each of its last 12 games against non-Conference opponents.
- Auburn has lost three of its last four night games played at neutral venues.
- Tulsa has won the first half in seven of its last eight night games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Auburn’s last 16 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue have produced a total of 158 or fewer points.
- Seventeen of Tulsa’s last 18 games against non-Conference opponents at neutral venues have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Auburn ranks 7th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (19.3).
- Auburn ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (25.9).
- Tulsa ranks 12th among Division 1 teams for offensive rating this season (122.9).
- Tulsa ranks 12th among Division 1 teams for points per possession this season (1.23).
Auburn vs Tulsa Prediction
Auburn rolls into this matchup after beating Illinois State by 20 points in their last game, but they only beat Nevada and Seattle by six points each before that. The Tigers have scored 78+ points in three of their last four games and their defense has been solid, despite poor season numbers. Tulsa beat a good New Mexico team in their last game and they have scored 77+ in three of their last four. The Golden Hurricane are on a nice run, but they are no match for the athleticism of Auburn. Take the Tigers here.